Worried about suddenly white scales

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Worried about suddenly white scales

Postby bartholemew » Wed Feb 14, 2024 12:58 am

My eastern bts, Bart, is 5 years old. When handling him I noticed some scales on the top of his head have gone dull white. I will attach photos down below. I just want to k ow if he’s okay and what to do about it. Very worried any and all help is appreciated :D
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Re: Worried about suddenly white scales

Postby Janella » Wed Feb 14, 2024 8:34 pm

Those are just stuck shed. Should come off with next shed cycle or you can take a little mineral oil and rub it on the area and they should pop right off.
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Re: Worried about suddenly white scales

Postby bartholemew » Sat Feb 17, 2024 5:43 pm

Thanks so much I don’t know why I didn’t think stuck shed might be it. I have some of the pup on hand. Appreciate the help! :thumbs:
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Re: Worried about suddenly white scales

Postby Janella » Sun Feb 25, 2024 6:48 am

No problem and glad I could help
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